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FREE Elective Protection

Going on your elective is your first opportunity to really put into practice the knowledge and skills you’ve learned over the last few years.

In doing so you could be faced with situations which are not just a clinical but a medicolegal challenge too. MPS membership offers access to medicolegal assistance wherever you choose to undertake your elective.

 

Why should you apply for Elective Protection?

It is likely that the institution hosting your elective will ask for proof of your indemnity.

 

To qualify for Elective Protection

  • Your elective must be authorised by the Dean of your University.
  • Your elective work must be supervised by a qualified medical practitioner and should not exceed the level of your own qualifications or competence.
  • You must be a student member in either the United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa, Hong Kong, Caribbean, New Zealand, Singapore or Malaysia.

Why should you choose MPS?

  • FREE worldwide Elective Protection including Australia
  • International medical defence organisation
  • Local membership schemes in South Africa, Malaysia, Singapore, New Zealand, Hong Kong and the Caribbean.

Apply for FREE Elective Protection

Simply let us know the details of your elective and we'll post you a letter to confirm your indemnity. 
You can apply by completing the online form. Alternatively, contact the Student Helpline on 0845 900 0022 or email elective@mps.org.uk.

 

 

 

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